2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 745 kg more than 2004 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 102 L |
